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A leading consulting firm is searching for a Sales Director to lead growth strategies and oversee a sales team. This entrepreneurial role requires 5–8 years in enterprise sales, including 3 years in leadership, with proven success in closing complex deals. The role offers competitive base salary, uncapped commission, and opportunities for international travel. Candidates should possess a BCom, Accounting, or similar qualifications, along with strong leadership and communication skills.
Location: Hybrid – Johannesburg
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: B2B Consulting | Financial Services | Incentives
WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a leading global consulting group to recruit an entrepreneurial and finance-savvy Sales Director. This player-coach role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-performance environments, enjoys building teams, and loves closing complex enterprise deals. The successful candidate will oversee a growing sales team while personally driving revenue across markets including South Africa, Australia, and the UK.
Lead revenue growth strategy and execution across SA, AUS, and UK markets
Personally manage full-cycle sales from prospecting to closing enterprise-level deals
Recruit, mentor, and drive performance across a high-performing sales team
Implement scalable sales frameworks and KPIs to support business growth
Align closely with marketing and product teams for go-to-market alignment
Maintain accurate sales forecasting and performance reporting
Represent the company at industry events and client-facing engagements
BCom, Accounting, Economics, or CA(SA) qualification (essential)
5–8+ years in enterprise sales, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven ability to close multi-stakeholder, high-value deals with CFO-level clients
Financial and commercial acumen with ability to articulate ROI and business value
Strong leadership, communication, and team coaching capabilities
High energy, proactive mindset, and strong CRM discipline
Experience in financial consulting, tax incentives, or SaaS sales
Global sales exposure or working across cross-border teams
Track record of scaling sales teams in high-growth businesses
Competitive base salary + uncapped commission (personal and team deals)
International travel opportunities
Direct strategic influence within the leadership team
Flexible working arrangements and career growth pathways
Entrepreneurial and impact-driven team environment
The client cultivates a people-centred and innovation-driven culture grounded in openness, inclusivity, and professional growth. They promote a strong “family feel” while scaling, with emphasis on mentorship, continuous learning, and team well‑being. With over 55% female leadership, diversity and equity are prioritised alongside an agile, entrepreneurial mindset that drives performance across all departments.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.